After winning the 2004 ARIA for Best Urban Release Koolism are back with Part 4 - New Old Ground.

Koolism is consists of world-class DJ Danielsan and equally as impressive MC Hau. Producer and DJ, Danielsan draws heavily on funk, reggae, and soul to create a thick funk, unique and distinctive to Koolism. Rated as one of the top 5 DJs in the country, Daniel has been developing and perfecting his skills since the late 80s.

Hau's wit and dexterity makes him one of the premier MC's in Australia. He is sort after by almost every Australian hip hop outfit to guest on their recordings [Hilltop Hoods, Ru C.L, Mnemonic Ascent, Resin Dogs to name a few]. This alone is testament to his status and credibility. An infinite passion for his Tongan culture and heritage is evident in his lyricism.

Koolism have become an unparalleled force on the Australian hip hop scene, with a large and extremely loyal following of fans. These veteran hip hoppers have toured Australia extensively over the years and are renowned for their entertaining live shows and quality releases - these boys know how to rock a crowd!


Triple J Album of the Week



Credits:




Track Listing:

Track Title Length
01 Talent 03:47
02 New Old Ground 02:52
03 Tapes 04:06
04 K O A 06:14
05 In The Place 04:30
06 The Countdown 03:46
07 Soundtrack To My Life 03:42
08 Double O 03:56
09 Something Special 03:51
10 Substance 03:08
11 Food for Thought 03:51
12 Raw Steak 03:49
13 All Of The Above 04:14
14 Em 04:39
15 Two Plus One

Random Thoughts

Date: 26/07/2004 Length: 00:56:26 RRP: $34.95

'Part 3 - Random Thoughts' Koolism's album - features guest appearances from Rodney P (UK), NFAMAS (1200 Techniques) and Australian underground legends, Mnemonic Ascent. Formed in 1992, Koolism is comprised of MC Hau and DJ Danielsan (rated as one of the top 4 turntablists in Australia). Three tracks on the album ('Koolism Is', 'Adrenalin' and 'The Grand Opening') have received extensive pre-release airplay on TripleJ. Producer and DJ, Danielsan draws heavily on reggae, soul and jungle sound principles to create a thick funk, unique and distinctive to Koolism.

WINNER
"BEST URBAN RELEASE"
2004 ARIA MUSIC AWARDS



Credits:

All tracks were recorded and mixed by DanielSan IchiBan at Dan's Dojo except track 2, which was recorded at Crookneck Studios Adelaide, Sherwood Heights Melbourne and Dan's Dojo and track 10, which was recorded at Crookneck Studios, D'Opus Lab and Dan's Dojo. Mastered by William Bowden at the Broom Closet.



Track Listing:

Track Title Length
A1 Ground Level Intromental 03:16
A2 On Deck Feat Raph + BVA (Mnemonic Ascent) 04:28
A3 Last Tango In Paris 03:45
A4 And This Is... Interlude 01:08
A5 The Grand Opening 03:37
B1 Warm and Easy Feat Rodney P 03:29
B2 Adrenalin 03:29
B3 Self Portrait 05:47
C1 Control Introducing Axe Aklins 04:41
C2 Stage Presence Feat BVA (Mnemonic Ascent) and NFAMAS (1200 Techniques) 04:29
C3 Know Hau 03:58
D1 Random Thoughts 04:56
D2 Nite Time 04:30
D3 Koolism Is 03:58